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202449 minPG-13documentary

Captivity

202449 minPG-13documentary

Approximately 400 Ukrainian women are held captive in Russia, facing accusations of extremism and torture since 2014.

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Ekaterina Fomina

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Approximately 400 Ukrainian women are held captive in Russia, facing accusations of extremism and torture since 2014.

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Ekaterina Fominadirector

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Ekaterina Fomina's film features Ukrainian women who escaped captivity in Russia. Approximately 400 women, including civilians from occupied territories, are currently imprisoned. Many have been missing since 2014. These prisoners face accusations of extremism and espionage. Reports indicate they endure rape, torture, and forced labor, including digging trenches for the Russian military. The film also includes the story of a daughter whose mother has been imprisoned for seven years.

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